With so much uncertainty, disruption of routine, and social isolation in the world today, it is important for families to remain connected and stay on a path to happy, healthy lives. Here's how Michael Shirley says you can incorporate the protective factors. scchildren.org/putting-the-pr…

Excited to participate in Mental Health America 2020 Annual Conference today (online for free!) covering topics of #COVID19, #MentalHealth, and the need for equity. #MHACONF20

“Social distancing shouldn’t be called social distancing, it should be called physical distancing, and we should remain socially connected. There are lots of tools for doing that.” - Director, National Institute of Mental Health at #MHACONF20

"I think what we're seeing more than anything else is that prevention is more important now than ever." Dr. Melissa Merrick of Prevent Child Abuse America explains how the times we're living in effects children and their health needs. #MHAConf20 Mental Health America

Dr. Merrick: "We all have a role to play in the betterment of children...the definition of public health is: what we as a society do collectively to assure that everyone can be healthy. We must have a narrative shift." #MHACONF20

"Primary prevention is trying to stop child abuse and neglect BEFORE it happens...and this is really going to take all of us working together across sector to not just tack on the word prevention...but to invest in upstream solutions." --Dr. Melissa Merrick #MHACONF20

"Prevention is possible. It is not that this is the inevitable outcome for our kids and families. We want better for our kids and families than what we experienced." -Dr. Melissa T. Merrick, President and CEO of Prevent Child Abuse America at #MHACONF20

Proud to lead the Building Hope for Children Conference team through these unprecedented times. We will have our first ever virtual conference next year! Mark your calendars and stay tuned for more details.

Here's a salute to Resilient Midlands and their counterparts in Oconee and Marlboro counties for their coalitions that are working toward preventing child maltreatment and building resilience and well-being for families in their communities. bit.ly/35qN8Ml

Excited to participate in my first ATD SC Midlands Holiday social today! #atdmidlandssc

I’m excited to share my candidacy for Columbia City Council At Large. With my unique expertise & experience in public health, I am ready to ensure Columbia comes out of this pandemic stronger & more vibrant than ever. Head over to my website to learn more. #aditiforthecity

Congrats to my friend and colleague, Dr. Aditi Bussells! I’m so excited I can officially share her campaign for City of Columbia Council At-Large. 🎉 Dr. Aditi Bussells aditiforthecity.com #aditiforthecity #imwithaditi #aditiworksforme #problemsolver

Register by March 1 and get a #BuildingHopeSC conference support box full of lots of fun conference swag!

The Children’s Trust of South Carolina Building Hope for Children Conference takes place March 23-25, virtually, for child-serving professionals. One keynote speaker is Anton J. Gunn, CSP health care expert and leading authority on socially conscious leadership. #BuildingHopeSC bit.ly/2NESxJs

Thank you to Anton J. Gunn, CSP for delivering such an informative, inspirational and motivational keynote address for #BuildingHopeSC attendees. We hope to carry these lessons to #ANewWayForward for increased success and a diverse culture that will positively impact children's lives.

Dr. Linda Chamberlain: Unaddressed stress gets written in the body. Overwhelming stress and trauma are disorienting. #BuildingHopeSC

Dr. Linda Chamberlain: Mindful breath and movement are effective strategies to shift stress and improve executive function. #BuildingHopeSC

New on #theHPPpodcast Dr. Aditi Srivastav & Michael Shirley talk with host Arden about exploring the Empower Action Model. Listen here ow.ly/14tK50FIeq8. Watch here ow.ly/zlRv50FIerD. #HPPStorytelling Michael Shirley Children’s Trust of South Carolina Dr. Aditi Bussells Kathleen Roe

Please listen to two of our best – Dr. Aditi Bussells in research and Michael Shirley in training – as they discuss our own Empower Action Model and what it can mean for communities.

Councilwoman Dr. Aditi Bussells made history today as she was sworn into office. Columbia's version of Vice President JD Vance Harris #BreakingBarriers #BetterTogether #ForThePeople